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PLDT and its mobile arm Smart Communications Inc. is inviting their customers, current and new to their first ever, and biggest holiday blow-out sale, Holideals! Holideals consist of unbeatable offers and huge discounts that are perfect for your Christmas wish list – whether it’s a present for your loved ones, or a well-deserved treat for yourself to celebrate the holidays. PLDT Home Offers Those who will sign up for a new PLDT Home Unli Fibr Plan can save up to PhP3,600 on Unli Fibr and enjoy waived activation and installation fees, and zero cash out plus free speedboost. Current PLDT Home customers who will sign up to a new add-on service such as a Telpad, FamCam, or TVolution Roku will also enjoy an additional one month of service, free. PLDT Home Prepaid WiFi is now priced at PhP1,795 from PhP1,995. It also comes with a free 6-month subscription to iFlix to…

In this age of an on-the-go lifestyle, watching videos on mobile devices has been the trend. As such, it’s important for carriers to provide its customers with the best viewing experience, through fast and reliable networks. Recently, OpenSignal, an independent mobile analytics company, released a new report (which now includes Asian carriers) that details the mobile video experience in Singapore, Australia, Taiwan, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia and the Philippines. In its per-operator study, Smart garnered a score of 42.2, beating its closest competitor’s score of 29.2. The score is even higher than the Philippines’ overall rating of 34.98. Proof that the Telco is providing its customers the better mobile video experience in the country. The score is also comparable with US Telcos – AT&T at 40.88, and Sprint at 41.1. According to OpenSignal’s latest mobile networks update in August, Smart leads nationwide download speeds at 13.09Mbps vs competitor’s 7.34Mbps, as well…

Smart Communications Inc. has partnered with OPPO with a goal of giving more of its customers access to its high-speed LTE network. Under the said partnership, Smart will be offering the OPPO A71k (OPPO A71 2018) phone kit bundle to Smart, TnT and Sun users at a special price. This would encourage more of its customers to upgrade to an LTE-capable device. The OPPO A71k will be available for PhP5,988, discounted from its original price of PhP6,990, while supplies last. The phone comes with an LTE upgrade SIM for existing Smart, TnT, and Sun subscribers. Those who are upgrading to an LTE SIM for the first time will also get 1GB of open-access data allocation valid for 3 days upon a successful upgrade. Specifications

Now, it’s easier to get a hold of the world’s first panoramic-designed smartphone, as Smart now offers the OPPO Find X under its data-packed GigaX Plans for PhP2,799 per month! Under this plan, OPPO’s flagship comes with 15GB of data allocation – 10GB for video streaming, and 5GB for surfing and apps. It also comes with unlimited texts to all networks, and 60 minutes worth of calls to all networks under a 24-month contract. As an exclusive treat, customers who will avail of this offer will also receive PhP5,000 worth of freebies which include an OPPO Premium Case, a charging game grip with dual fans, a pair of sweat-proof Bluetooth headphones, and a 10,000mAh Rockspace power bank. You can avail of this offer along with the freebies at Smart Online Store, and select Smart Stores. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oKk7lSLxJQ The OPPO Find X features a compelling design, with its 93.8% screen-to-body ratio along…

Vivo has recently forged a partnership with Smart Communications Inc. for an exciting new offer, an unlimited data plan bundle for its X21 smartphone, supporting the brand’s aim of expanding its reach to the corporate market. The partnership was made official yesterday, August 16, in Makati City. Present during the event was Vivo executive Ms. Annie Lim, Vice President for PR Strategy and Partnerships. PLDT Enterprise on the other hand, was represented by Smart AVP and Head for Enterprise Wireless Solutions, Chet Alviz. Smart will bundle the X21 with Data on the Go Plan 2000, which includes unlimited calls to Smart and non-stop surf. This allows corporate clients to enjoy the X21’s features such as its in-display fingerprint scanner, the 6.28″ Super AMOLED and its capable Snapdragon 660 processor, giving professionals the performance they need to go through with their everyday tasks. Smart is Vivo’s exclusive partner for this offer, which…

If you’re itching to get your hands on Samsung’s latest flagship, the Galaxy Note 9, you’ll be pleased to know that Smart will be offering it on its data-packed GigaX plans! aimed at empowering customers who lead a digital lifestyle. The Galaxy Note 9 will be available at PhP2,799 per month, inclusive of 15GB worth of data allocation, composed of 10GB for video streaming and 5GB for surfing websites and enjoying online apps. It also comes with unlimited texts to all networks, and 60 minutes worth of calls to all networks, all under a 24-month contract. Pre-order yours from Smart Stores nationwide or the Smart Online Store from August 11 to 19, and enjoy up to PhP18,000 worth of freebies. Get a FREE Gear Fit 2 Pro, Gear IconX wireless earbuds, and a 1-year Nanofixit screen protection with the 512GB variant, or a FREE Gear Fit 2 Pro plus Nanofixit screen protection if…

Smart, in a partnership with Huawei, is giving its customers a chance to win a photo printer with every purchase of a Huawei smartphone at the Smart Online Store (store.smart.com.ph). Smart Online Store customers who sign up for a Huawei smartphone bundled with an All-in Plan or a GigaX Plan until August 15, 2018, will automatically earn raffle entries. The higher the plan, the more raffles entries will be earned. Huawei handsets available on the Smart Online Store and valid for the raffle are the following: Nova 2i Nova 2 Lite Y6 Mate 10 Mate 10 Pro P20 Lite P20 P20 Pro Easy and secure online shopping To make a purchase at the Smart Online Store, simply go to store.smart.com.ph, select your preferred smartphone and Smart postpaid plan from the menu and fill in the necessary information before checking out. Once your application is approved, you will receive a link for payment…

Being the main presenters Celine Dion Live 2018 in Manila happening on July 19 and 20, 2018 at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, PLDT Home and Smart are giving away free tickets to the event! here’s how you can join. For PLDT Home customers, you can get a chance to see the world-renowned singer belt out her hits like “My Heart Will Go On”, “Because You Loved Me”, and “The Power of Love” just by upgrading to any Best Buy Bundle plan until July 15. Smart customers can also get a shot at free tickets through the following methods: Smart Prepaid customers can earn raffle entries with by purchasing Smart Prepaid LTE SIM or Smart Prepaid load cards (PhP100, PhP300, and PhP500) at SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, SM North EDSA, SM Southmall and SM Fairview from July 13 to 15, 2018. Smart Postpaid customers on the other hand,…

In its goal of offering more payment methods for its customers, the Smart Online store now accepts payments made via PayPal! Whether it’s for a postpaid plan, or prepaid load, you can now enjoy a safer and more convenient online shopping experience. Smart Online Store gives you the convenience of purchasing Smart products and services anytime anywhere, through your smartphone, desktop, or tablet. You can sign up for the latest devices that are bundled with a Smart postpaid plan that suits your needs, renew or upgrade your existing plan, load up your prepaid account, or even buy phone accessories and add-ons. There are also exclusive offers, deals and discounts that you can avail! PayPal makes your online shopping much more secure with 24/7 transaction monitoring and anti-fraud technologies. It’s also quick and hassle-free, as once you’re logged-in, you don’t have to enter all your credit card details every time you…

NBA, PLDT, and Smart Communications have recently announced a multi-year partnership that would bring select offerings of NBA League Pass, the league’s premium live game subscription service to more than 62 million subscribers in the Philippines, providing fans with access to live and on-demand NBA games online and through mobile devices. The NBA League Pass offerings include Day Pass which costs PhP50.00, and allows users to watch live games for 24-hours. The new offerings can be accessed online and using both iOS and Android devices. PLDT Home users will also be able to add selected NBA League Pass offerings into their monthly broadband subscription, while Smart Prepaid and Postpaid users can avail of the Day Pass just by texting NBA50 to 9999. In addition, PLDT broadband and Smart mobile subscribers will have access to other content including NBA highlights, game recaps and daily top plays on the official websites of…

If you’re looking for other ways to get your hands on the AI-powered OPPO F7, you’ll be happy to know that Smart is offering it for FREE in its new GigaX Plan 1499, complete with 5GB of open access data allocation, 10GB data for videos, unlimited all-net texts, and 50 minutes worth of all-net calls, bringing you a feature-packed and more enjoyable experience. The OPPO F7 is the first smartphone to use a 25MP front-facing camera, combined with AI Beauty Technology 2.0 that scans and analyzes numerous points on your face, and determines your age, gender, skin tone and skin type to prep you up for that natural looking selfie. It also features AR or Augmented Reality stickers, which you can use to add more fun and expressiveness in your shots. The device has a 6.23-inch FHD+ 19:9 Super Full Screen display, housed in a 5.5-inch shell. Under the hood…

Huawei’s new P20 series smartphones are perfect for taking snaps of essential moments. As such, Smart has just unveiled its newest GigaX plans for the Huawei P20, P20 Pro and P20 Lite, all packed with huge allowances that will let you share these moments quickly and at high quality. Huawei P20 and P20 Pro The Huawei P20 Pro is the world’s first smartphone with triple Leica rear cameras – a 40MP RGB sensor, a 20MP monochrome sensor, and a third 8MP telephoto sensor, all working together to capture photos with stunning details and quality. It’s capable of 3x optical zoom, 5x hybrid zoom, 960fps slow motion recording, and more. It’s also features a 6.1-inch FHD+ OLED display for you to enjoy all that content. The Huawei P20 on the other hand, has a dual Leica camera system composed of a 12MP RGB sensor, complimented by a 20MP monochrome sensor for taking…

Good news for current and upcoming Smart postpaid subscribers! the company has announced that Huawei’s newest flagships, the Huawei P20 and P20 Pro will be making debut on its GigaX plans this coming April 28, 2018. These plans offer a bigger data allocation for all your web surfing and video streaming needs. The Huawei P20 and P20 pro are at the forefront of the company’s continuous pursuit of excellence in mobile photography – featuring Leica-engineered optics, along with the Kirin 970 Neural Processing Unit, which uses advanced algorithms to keep the phone in top shape and be at its most efficient. The P20 Pro in particular, is the world’s first smartphone to feature a triple rear camera system – composed of a 40MP RGB sensor, a 20MP monochrome sensor, and a third 8MP sensor with a telephoto lens. The P20 on the other hand, uses a dual camera system composed of…

Looking to get yourself a Samsung Galaxy S9 or S9+ on postpaid? Well, it’s your lucky day because Smart has given us a sneak peak of their postpaid offerings for Samsung’s latest flagships. Check out the matrix we prepared below, and see which plan is the right one for you. How about device cash-outs? Referring to the above tables, y ou can get the Galaxy S9 for as low as PhP2,499 (PhP 1499 + PhP1000) per month on GigaX Plan 1499, and the Galaxy S9+ for as low as PhP2,799 (PhP1,499 + PhP1,300) per month on the same plan. For more information, you may visit https://smart.com.ph/Postpaid.

In an era where media consumption is no longer centered just at home, but on mobile devices as well, users are now in need of a postpaid plan that gives them more data, to do more of what they love. That’s why Smart Communications recently introduced its new GigaX plans for postpaid users. These new plans offer a hefty 10GB of data allocation for streaming videos, and up to 7GB for open data access. Why choose these plans? Jampacked with data – You get up to 7GB of data allocation for surfing. There’s also a limited offer of 2x more data for selected handset bundles. Loaded for video streaming – Wth 10GB of data for videos on ALL plans, stream all your favorite content from YouTube, iflix. Fox+ and iWantTV. Data rollover – For Plan 999 and above, you can extend the validity of your unused data allocation until the next…

If you love playing games on your smartphone, here’s a bit of good news for you! Smart has just announced its newest promo that lets you enjoy up to 7 days of mobile gaming for only PhP50! Yes, you read that right. With Smart’s Gametime promo, you’ll be able play your favorite mobile games such as Arena of Valor, Mobile Legends, Clash of Clans, Everwing and Clash Royale for 7 days, for only PhP50! (300MB allocation per day). And that’s not where the fun stops, you’ll also get 50 Battle Tickets for Mobile Legends for every subscription! and if you want to take it even a step further, you can also get 30 days of mobile gaming for only PhP100 (You get 100 Battle Tickets)! With 7 days worth of mobile gaming, you don’t have to rely on Wi-Fi to be able to progress in your games, and with Smart’s…

Communication is the key to building relationships, and forging bonds with those around us. And with the rise of social media, it has become a necessity for us to have access to these new channels of connecting to other people. Smart communication believes that everyone should be able to connect with others the way they want. You can now do so with All Out Surf 30, the newest promo that lets you connect through any channel, whether it’s messenger, social apps, calling, or texting! All Out Surf 30 gives you 300MB worth of data, unlimited Facebook, 30 minutes worth of calls to Smart, TNT and Sun subscribers, and unlimited texts to all networks valid for 2 days, for only PhP30.00! What exactly can you do with 300MB of data? that’s about 500 posts on social media with one photo, 6 hours worth of music streaming, or 200 web pages visited.…

Filipino brand Starmobile has recently partnered with Smart Communications to support its technology education program called “millenniors,” meaning tech-savvy, and senior, derived from the term “millennials.” It aims to tech technology to the elderly. For many of them, taking selfies, posting on Facebook, and chatting using Messenger are not just fun – but also a way for them to get in touch with their children and grandchildren, many of whom they don’t always get to see or speak with. Launched also in partnership with Adamson University, seniors were taught the basics of using a smartphone, as well as joining Facebook. The lecture was headed by Smart’s Public Affairs team, while the hands-on sessions were conducted by student-volunteers from Adamson University’s Computer Science department and Integrated Community Extension Services. Elders were taught the basics of using a smartphone, and joining Facebook. During the program, elders used the Starmobile PLAY and UP, which are designed for first-time…